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St. Peter adopts Paid Family Medical Leave policy; city to purchase MetLife coverage
Summary
The council adopted a PFML policy required by state law and staff said the city will buy coverage through MetLife for two years; staff agreed to clarify premium language so employee payroll deductions will be the lesser of a 50/50 split or the state maximum.
The St. Peter City Council on Dec. 8 adopted a Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) policy required under Minnesota law and instructed staff to finalize language and vendor enrollment.
Staff explained the city will not enroll in the state‑run plan but will instead purchase coverage from MetLife under a two‑year agreement, which staff said is currently a cheaper option. The policy allows employees to "top off" benefits using accrued sick, vacation or comp time so employees can meet payroll obligations while out on PFML.
During discussion Council member Ben raised a clarification about premiums and the state cap; councilors asked staff to change the policy text to say the employee payroll deduction will be the lesser of a 50/50 split or the state maximum. Staff agreed to make that change and to finalize coordination‑of‑pay wording so HR is the initial contact for claims information and payroll will process payments.
The council approved the policy by roll call. Staff said future adjustments to the policy are likely as state implementation and best practices evolve.
The resolution and the final policy language are in the council packet; staff will complete vendor enrollment and necessary employee notifications ahead of the Jan. 1 effective timing specified by state rules.
